damascus

• 指叙利亚首都大马士革，世界上最古老的持续有人居住的城市之一。也指大马士革钢。

A proper noun referring to an ancient city, widely regarded as the world's oldest continuously inhabited city, and the present capital and largest city of Syria. According to the New Testament, the Apostle Paul underwent a dramatic conversion on the road to Damascus.

不可数 · 专有名词

1. Capital city of SyriaB2formal

   An ancient city, widely regarded as the world's oldest continuously inhabited city, and the present capital and largest city of Syria.

   大马士革

   • Damascus is known for its rich history and ancient architecture.
   • The Umayyad Mosque is a famous landmark in Damascus.
   • He traveled to Damascus to study its cultural heritage.

2. Biblical referenceB2formal

   According to the New Testament, the location where the Apostle Paul (then known as Saul) underwent a dramatic conversion on the road to Damascus.

   大马士革

   • The story of Paul's conversion on the road to Damascus is a key event in Christian history.
   • Many pilgrims visit Damascus to see the site of Paul's conversion.
   • The phrase 'road to Damascus' is often used metaphorically for a sudden change of belief.